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Community Foundation of Northwest Missouri announces scholarship application opening

January 26, 2026 3:05 pm Leah Rainwater

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — The Community Foundation of Northwest Missouri announced the opening of its online scholarship application, Scholar-Link.

How to stay safe in cold weather, according to a doctor

January 26, 2026 12:30 pm CNN

(CNN) — Chris Dobry walked outside his home Sunday and came face-to-face with downed trees and thick ice covering power lines in his neighborhood of Greenwood, Mississippi.

SJFD responds to structure fire on Garfield Avenue

January 26, 2026 2:20 pm Leah Rainwater

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — St. Joseph fire crews responded to a call for a structure fire at the 2200 block of Garfield Avenue Monday.

St. Joseph fire crews battle structure fire in South End

January 26, 2026 10:51 am Leah Rainwater

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — The St. Joseph Fire Department responded to a fire at a trailer in the 6200 block of SW Promenade Lane Monday morning.

Junior League of St. Joseph hosts 3rd annual Women’s Forum

January 26, 2026 12:39 pm Leah Rainwater

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — Local female leaders will take the spotlight at the 3rd annual St. Joseph Women’s Forum hosted by the Junior League of St. Joseph.

Longtime St. Joseph residents create new book ‘Voices of the Past ll: Mount Mora Cemetery’

January 22, 2026 6:36 pm Patrick Holleron

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — After releasing their first book “Voices of the Past: Mount Mora Cemetery” in 2024, St. Joseph residents Suzanne Lehr and Megan Wyeth (photographer) have released a second book in the series.

Bishop James V. Johnston, Jr., Lamar Hunt, Jr. to speak at Prayer Breakfast

January 26, 2026 11:34 am Leah Rainwater

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — The St. Joseph Catholic Academy will host Bishop James V. Johnston, Jr. and Lamar Hunt, Jr. at its annual Prayer Breakfast and Fundraiser Wednesday.

The Missouri Highway Patrol reported 8 fatalities over the Fourth of July weekend.

One person seriously injured in Platte County crash

January 26, 2026 10:29 am Leah Rainwater

PLATTE COUNTY, Mo. (KQTV) — A 42-year-old woman is seriously injured after being involved in a crash Friday evening.

Crews working to clear roads as Phase II snow ordinance withdrawn

January 25, 2026 2:57 pm Danielle Bailey

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — City and MoDOT crews are working to clear streets and highways in and around St. Joseph.

SJSD cancels in-person classes Monday due to inclement weather, pivots to AMI day

January 25, 2026 1:34 pm Cameron Montemayor

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The St. Joseph School District announced it will cancel in-person classes for Monday due to inclement weather, pivoting to an AMI day.

Senate Democrats threaten partial government shutdown over DHS funding after Minnesota shooting

January 24, 2026 8:33 pm CNN Newsource

(CNN) — Democrats will block a government spending bill following the fatal shooting of a Minneapolis man by a Border Patrol agent, the Senate minority leader said Saturday – dramatically increasing the chances of a partial government shutdown next week.

Advocacy program provides chance for regional priorities to be heard in Jefferson City

January 20, 2026 2:55 pm Danielle Bailey

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Citizens, business leaders, educators and government officials from Northwest Missouri will convene in Jefferson City for an event focused on educating legislators about the region’s critical issues while promoting the “Great Northwest.”

Ribbon-cutting and open house set for the Launch Pad, a home for start ups in St. Joseph

January 24, 2026 11:24 am Cameron Montemayor

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A new hub for collaboration and entrepreneurship is officially set to open its doors in Downtown St. Joseph.

New St. Joseph boutique coming in March, aims to collaborate with other local businesses

January 24, 2026 11:10 am Patrick Holleron

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A new antique shop is coming to St. Joseph in the near future, with a vision to connect with businesses across the community.

Local hardware store prepares city for harsh winter weekend

January 23, 2026 9:08 pm Carter Ostermiller

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — Temperatures in St. Joseph, Missouri, are expected to reach single-digits, with wind chills in the negatives this weekend.

Missouri rejects a ban on college athlete prop bets after NCAA gambling scandals

January 22, 2026 9:06 am Associated Press

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) — Missouri gambling regulators on Thursday rejected a request from the NCAA to restrict bets on the performance of college athletes in response to recent betting scandals, but left open the possibility of revisiting the issue as the state’s fledgling sports betting market gets better established.

Platte County Commission passes order to put Homestead Property Tax on the ballot

January 23, 2026 4:09 pm Leah Rainwater

PLATTE COUNTY, Mo. (KQTV) — The Platte County Commission unanimously approved an order authorizing a ballot measure for the April 2026 election.

SJPD shares Emergency Snow Ordinance and Snow Route Information ahead of winter weather

January 23, 2026 12:46 pm Leah Rainwater

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — The St. Joseph Police Department said the City’s Emergency Snow Ordinance (ESO) will be implemented when winter weather conditions warrant.

Missouri AG files lawsuit against 19 pharmacy companies for alleged insulin pricing scheme

January 18, 2026 4:54 pm Cameron Montemayor

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo., (News-Press NOW) — A group of nearly 20 pharmacy companies have been named in a lawsuit filed by Missouri’s attorney general for alleged insulin price manipulation and fraud.

Local health officials urge caution as freezing temperatures move in

January 23, 2026 6:25 pm TaMya Bracy

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — Bitterly cold temperatures are expected this weekend and local health officials are urging residents to prepare themselves.

Local law enforcement arrests one person in drug, weapons search

January 23, 2026 3:15 pm Leah Rainwater

BUCHANAN COUNTY, Mo. (KQTV) — The Buchanan County Sheriff’s Office said one person was arrested after a lengthy and extensive investigation, spanning several months.

City of St. Joseph launches new Community Cares Court program

January 22, 2026 12:59 pm Leah Rainwater

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — The City of St. Joseph launched a program aimed to support individuals experiencing homelessness who are charged with nonviolent offenses.

Over 900 without power in Northwest Missouri, Northeast Kansas

January 23, 2026 1:07 pm Leah Rainwater

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — Over 1,000 Evergy customers are experiencing power outages in parts of Northwest Missouri and Northeast Kansas, according to Evergy’s Outage Map.

Winter weather could complicate travel this weekend, AAA urges drivers to prepare

January 23, 2026 10:58 am Prajukta Ghosh

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — Winter weather could make travel tricky this weekend and the National Weather Service is urging drivers to take extra precautions before hitting the road.

Missouri lawmaker reprimanded for sexually vulgar text sent during redistricting protest

January 22, 2026 11:14 am Associated Press

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) — Missouri lawmakers on Thursday formally reprimanded a House member who sent a sexually vulgar text message to a colleague while protesting a congressional redistricting plan backed by President Donald Trump.

Interstate 29 in St. Joseph to close for Gene Field Road Bridge removal

January 23, 2026 10:44 am Leah Rainwater

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — The Missouri Department of Transportation said both northbound and southbound lanes of Interstate 29 will close at the beginning of February for the demolition of the Gene Field Road Bridge.

Ag, innovation and family fun highlight Midland Empire farm show

January 22, 2026 8:22 pm Prajukta Ghosh

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) — The Midland Empire Ag and Rural Lifestyle Show is back at St. Joseph’s Civic Arena.

FAA investigating complaint against City of St. Joseph for alleged violations of airport bid practices

January 22, 2026 5:21 pm Cameron Montemayor

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Federal regulators are investigating a complaint filed by a local airport group alleging the City of St. Joseph violated federal grant regulations and bidding processes by improperly awarding an airport lease to one company last September.

Bode Ice Arena offers free skating event this Sunday for National Skating Month

January 21, 2026 2:24 am Patrick Holleron

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Bode Ice Arena is set to join in on National Skating Month with free ice skating for community members to enjoy this weekend.

Mayoral hopeful Larry Miller aims to be voice of the people if elected

January 22, 2026 2:09 pm Cameron Montemayor

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — A lifelong St. Joseph resident and political newcomer is making a push for the mayor’s office with the goal of uplifting community voices into meaningful change.